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It depends on the thermometer. If the thermometer is made of glass and filled with a silver liquid, that liquid is Mercury. Your local environmental protection organization might be able to tell you where you could safely dispose of it. Otherwise, you might check with companies that deal with scrapping out old cars, which contain mercury switches, or fluorescent bulbs, which contain mercury.
If the thermometer does not have a silver liquid in it, it doesn't contain much or any mercury, and it should be possible to toss it with your normal household trash. When a glass thermometer has a red or blue liquid, the liquid is alcohol or, rarely, some other organic liquid such as kerosene. It's not that much of a threat. Metal coil thermometers with dial pointers are just scrap metal when you need to dispose of them. Electronic thermometers have batteries, which might have some mercury but might not. If in doubt, take the battery out and put it in a battery recycling bin. If you must throw it out in the trash, at least the amount of mercury in it (if any) will be small. The circuits themselves contain the same contaminants and heavy metals that any piece of electronics would, but since the amount of circuitry in an electronic thermometer is small, the amount of waste in one is small also.
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How do you dispose of thermometer probe covers?
it should be displosed in a regular waste bag
How do you Dispose of digital thermometer?
To dispose of a digital thermometer, remove the battery and recycle it separately according to local guidelines. Place the remaining parts of the thermometer in the trash, unless your area has specific electronic recycling programs. Be sure to follow any specific disposal instructions provided by the manufacturer.
Can the mercury in a thermometer hurt you?
Yes, if a mercury thermometer breaks, the mercury can vaporize and be inhaled, which can be harmful to your health. It is important to handle and dispose of a broken mercury thermometer properly to avoid exposure to mercury.
How can I properly dispose of my old passport?
To properly dispose of your old passport, you should render it invalid by cutting off the corners or punching a hole through the information page. Then, you can either shred it or dispose of it in a secure trash bin to protect your personal information.
Can you discard in trash can a mercury thermometer?
No, mercury thermometers should not be disposed of in the trash can. Due to the toxic nature of mercury, it is important to properly dispose of it as hazardous waste. Contact your local waste management department for guidance on how to safely dispose of mercury thermometers in your area.
How should someone depose of a used bed?
Many of the companies that sell bedding will dispose of your old bedding as part of the sale. You should also check with the Salvation Army and Good Will to see if they will dispose of it for you.
How will you dispose of your old computer if a dispose a new computer?
Why dispose your old computer then dispose your new computer? Every city has a day where you can drop off your electronic junk
How do we dispose of an old Trinidad and Tobago national flag?
how do we dispose of an old Trinidad and Tobago national flag
Can I dispose of old passports and if so, how should I do it"?
Yes, you can dispose of old passports. To do so, it is recommended to shred them or cut them into small pieces to protect your personal information. Alternatively, you can return them to the government for proper disposal.
Should you use a rectal thermometer on a thirteen year old girl?
No her let her do it on her own
Where can one go to dispose of a old clunker automobile?
If you are looking to go dispose of an old clunker automobile, then you should go online to the Cash For Clunkers Program website. It offers different cash for different auto mobiles.
How do we dispose of old national flags of Trinidad and tobago?
how do we dispose of an old Trinidad and Tobago national flag
